On March 17, the Xunpu Folk Culture Village in Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China, held the Mazu "Heavenly Fragrance Parade" folk event.
In the parade procession, the Xunpu women wore traditional wide-sleeved blouses, adorned their heads with 'flower hairpins', and carried fresh flowers, baskets of fruit, large red lanterns, and more—becoming a beautiful scenic line.
As a cultural symbol of Xunpu Village, 'Xunpu women' are known for their unique fisherfolk attire and virtues of diligence and housekeeping. Along with 'Hui'an women' and 'Meizhou women', they are known as the three major fisherwomen of Fujian.
It is understood that the Mazu 'Heavenly Fragrance Parade' is spontaneously organized by local residents and has a long history. It is the most influential folk event in Xunpu, with participation from all residents and a tradition that has been inherited for hundreds of years, showcasing the authentic folk culture of the Xunpu people.
As a cultural symbol of Xunpu Village, 'Xunpu women' are known for their unique fisherfolk attire and virtues of diligence and housekeeping. Along with 'Hui'an women' and 'Meizhou women', they are known as the three major fisherwomen of Fujian.
It is understood that the Mazu 'Heavenly Fragrance Parade' is spontaneously organized by local residents and has a long history. It is the most influential folk event in Xunpu, with participation from all residents and a tradition that has been inherited for hundreds of years, showcasing the authentic folk culture of the Xunpu people.